Presidents’ Day

Happy Presidents’ Day! Originally established in 1885 to recognize President George Washington, Presidents’ Day is now celebrated as a day to honor all U.S. presidents, both past and present. The United States has been built and safeguarded by great leaders who have assumed heavy responsibilities and taken action — men of courage, foresight and conviction. We honor them for their service to our country. U.S. presidents have helped establish our independence, maintained peace, set aside land for national forests and national parks, bolstered our defenses, provided disaster relief, promoted education, strengthened ties with other nations, protected our personal rights and helped oversee provisions for the infrastructure that helps us live well. From its humble beginnings under Washington, our nation continues to grow. Leading it well today impacts over 300 million lives. “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” —President John Quincy Adams